What Is Acupuncture? What Should I Expect in an Acupuncture Session?
My next favorite question...what is acupuncture? Acupuncture is the insertion of fine needles into acupoints throughout the body to promote the smooth flow of qi (life force). Acupuncture heals the body and calms the mind. It will give you an overall sense of well-being and bring you to a place of focus and clarity. It's a big promise, I know, but 2,500 years of tradition has to say something about it's efficacy.
The needles are hair-fine and do not necessarily hurt. The patient may feel the initial pinch of the needle and then feel surprisingly comfortable while the needles are in. Most patients fall asleep. Really. The patients who do not fall asleep report a feeling of deep relaxation for the duration of their 20 minute session.
You'll leave my office healed, renewed and looking forward to your next visit. And I will look forward to it too.
Thanks for reading.
Tamara ZumMallen




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